Salvo

Pronunciation: /ˈsælvoʊ/

Definitions of salvo

noun a sudden, vigorous, or aggressive act or series of acts

Example Sentences

A1 The soldiers fired a salvo of bullets at the enemy.

A2 The team launched a salvo of attacks on their opponents.

B1 The company CEO issued a salvo of criticisms against the new policy.

B2 The politician delivered a salvo of promises during the campaign speech.

C1 The author's latest book received a salvo of praise from critics.

C2 The orchestra performed a salvo of symphonies during the concert.

Examples of salvo in a Sentence

formal The military commander ordered a salvo of missiles to be launched at the enemy's position.

informal The team fired off a salvo of jokes during the meeting, making everyone laugh.

slang The rapper dropped a salvo of disses in his new song, calling out his rivals.

figurative She unleashed a salvo of criticism on her opponent during the debate.

Grammatical Forms of salvo

• past tense: salvoed
• plural: salvos
• comparative: more salvo
• superlative: most salvo
• present tense: salvos
• future tense: will salvo
• perfect tense: have salvoed
• continuous tense: is salvoing
• singular: salvo
• positive degree: salvo
• infinitive: to salvo
• gerund: salvoing
• participle: salvoed

Origin and Evolution of salvo

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Italian

Story behind the word: The word 'salvo' originated from Italian 'salva' meaning 'safe' or 'whole'. It was initially used in the context of firing a salute or a volley of shots as a sign of respect or celebration.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'salvo' expanded its meaning to include a simultaneous discharge of artillery or firearms, as well as a series of verbal or written attacks or criticisms.